Infographic: Tips to save on your electric bill

Households expenses seem to never stop rising. Even a few dollars saved can add up and giving families some breathing room when the unexpected happens. The folks at One Block of the Grid, a solar power referral service, have made a handy infographic with tips on how to cut your electricity bill.

Some examples include bundling electronics onto programmable power trips to turn off energy vampires -- stuff like printers and TVs -- when they are not in use. Following its advice could save at least US$78 per month. Another option is to purchase pre-paid solar power (naturally).

This post was originally published on Smartplanet.com